Cake Decorator/Bakery Clerk - Maumee

Walt Churchill's Market is a celebrated grocery and specialty food market with a distinguished history spanning over 100 years. Known for quality products and exceptional customer service, the market prides itself on being "Better Because," a testament to its commitment to excellence and community values. Located in Maumee, OH, this establishment blends traditional market values with modern retail experiences, offering customers everything they need from fresh produce, meats, bakery items, specialty foods, and household essentials. Walt Churchill's Market is an employee-owned company, providing a strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and passion among its workforce. As an employee-stock ownership plan (ESOP) participant, team members have a vested interest in the continued success and growth of the company. The market is committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and respectful work environment where employees can thrive and contribute to the community they serve.

The Part-Time Cake Decorator/Bakery Clerk role at Walt Churchill's Market in Maumee, OH, is a critical position within the Bakery Department. This position reports directly to the Bakery Department Manager and requires an individual who combines artistic skill with customer service excellence. The Cake Decorator/Bakery Clerk is responsible for decorating cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and cookie cakes using creativity and technical proficiency. This position demands the ability to manage customized orders from customers patiently and accurately, ensuring all special requests and instructions are met with precision and flair. Knowledge of current cake decorating trends, styles, and techniques is essential, as is the ability to transfer design concepts from images into tangible bakery art.

In addition to decorating, the role involves general bakery clerk duties such as stocking the bakery case, maintaining proper product rotation, merchandising, and assisting customers both in person and via phone. The Bakery Clerk supports daily bakery production schedules by working efficiently but without compromising quality. This position requires excellent communication skills to provide professional advice and suggestions to customers to help them select the perfect bakery items for their celebrations or daily indulgences. Cleanliness, sanitation, and adherence to food safety standards are paramount to the role, ensuring that the bakery department complies with all government regulations.

Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is a must, reflecting the busy retail environment and customer demand cycles. Walt Churchill's Market offers a supportive atmosphere with job advancement opportunities, training programs, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes employee stock ownership, paid time off accrual beginning immediately with eligibility after 90 days, an employee discount, and a 401(k) with a company match. This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and customer-focused individual who enjoys working with food and desires to be part of a well-established community-oriented business. Join Walt Churchill's Market and contribute to its long-standing tradition of quality and service, where your creativity and dedication will be celebrated and rewarded.